Remote Project Accountant – Logistics & National Accounts

MEI Industrial Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee the National Accounts and Logistics accounting functions in Columbus. You will manage invoicing, AR, month-end close, and vendor interactions while ensuring compliance with corporate policies.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365. Collaboration across teams and attention to accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and some post-secondary coursework or the combination of education and experience to demonstrate a strong understanding of accounting principles
• MUST HAVE a minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
• MUST HAVE a minimum of 2 years of experience working with accounting systems
• Detail oriented and analytical
• Strong computer skills and tech savvy
• Is self-directed and self-motivated; manages own time efficiently and works well under time constraints.
• Is detail-driven, analytical, and demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, project management, and research skills; construction knowledge helpful.
• Strong Excel skills necessary; intermediate knowledge of MS Office.
• Experience supporting or explaining complex billing processes to internal teams or customers.
• Comfortable using various accounting systems and customer portals.
• Proven ability to work successfully when working in a remote capacity; collaborate with all levels and disciplines of staff and professionally assist internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional accounting leadership to review job packets for accuracy prior to customer billing.
• Prepare, invoice, and reconcile national accounts storage activity at month-end.
• Process and reconcile logistics billing, including AIA invoices.
• Review, track, and process lien waivers and releases.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy between D365 billing and customer portal invoicing.
• Interface with Logistics team regarding purchasing documentation and accuracy of vendor invoices.
• Partner with Regional Accounting Director and Corporate Accounts Payable for timely vendor invoice processing.
• Review, validate, and submit vendor invoices to Corporate AP for payment.
• Maintain and track customer damage documentation, including payments, release forms, and status updates.
• Coordinate new vendor setup, including MEI credit approvals and 1099-MISC compliance.
• Reconcile employee credit card transactions and documentation.
• Research, communicate, and resolve vendor discrepancies.
• Monitor GL coding, location assignment, and adjustments.
• Monitor, track, and resolve open purchase orders in line with purchasing policies.
• Highlight trends to leadership that may lead to cost savings.

Skills

Accounting principles

AR/AP management

Excel

Financial reporting

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee the National Accounts and Logistics accounting functions in Columbus. You will manage invoicing, AR, month-end close, and vendor interactions while ensuring compliance with corporate policies.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365. Collaboration across teams and attention to accuracy are essential.